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Ongoing projects not required to be repeated every five years

President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih has said the development projects undertaken by the administration will not have to be repeated every five years, He made the remarks while addressing a campaign gathering held with members of the main ruling Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) in Hoarafushi, Haa Alifu Atoll.

During the gathering, President Solih stated basic services should be provided to the people despite the size of the island. He added, therefore, the government is working to ensure basic services are accessible to all citizens. He said the projects being implemented by the government in all parts of the country are well-planned and funded. He assured these are long-term projects that do not have to be repeated every five years. He added every project will benefit the citizens for the next 20 to 30 years.

In conclusion, President Solih said the government has implemented development projects worth more than USD1.23 billion in the last four years.